Senior Controls Engineer

Title & Details

Senior Controls Engineer –   – Olive Branch, MS – Full Time – Exempt – Grade 19 – Reports to Garrett Ellis – Department 5651 – Shift Monday‑Friday 8:00 am‑5:00 pm – Posted May 12, 2026 – Not currently accepting applications.

The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for holistic controls design, developing standards, training documentation, standard work practices, programming, testing, continuous improvement, and coaching team members on electrical controls.

• Design PLC controls / power panels using AutoCAD for panel layout, field device layouts, electrical wiring schematics, and component selection based on supplier recommended specifications.
• Create bill of materials for panel components, field device components, and recommended minimum spares.
• Develop, document, and program PLC applications from scratch using Ladder Logic.
• Create, read, and simulate logic and flow diagrams; perform programming, testing, start‑up, and debugging of systems with documented punch lists and troubleshooting both onsite and remotely.
• Program HMI applications for industrial automation projects using ABB Factory Talk View Studio ME software.
• Develop and implement standard engineering practices, parts sourcing with preferred vendors, standardize components, and provide detailed documentation.
• Develop Scope of Work (SOW), cost estimates internally and externally to provide budget estimates.
• Consult with in‑house operations personnel to troubleshoot electrical/programming issues.
• Provide technical support, problem‑solving, maintenance, modifications, and continuous improvement using best practices for automated controls systems.
• Assist employees and contractors in training, troubleshooting electrical/programming issues remotely and onsite, providing safety, repair and upgrade recommendations.
• Develop specifications and standards for procurement and design of electrical control systems (ECS).

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or equivalent technical school with at least 5 years as a Controls Engineer at the system architect level (may be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in controls and automation.
• Onsite office‑based role.
• Experience with Rockwell Studio
  5000 and Factory Talk View.
• Strong diagnostic ability to identify component‑level root causes.
• Proficiency in commissioning conveyor parcel scanner systems using Sick, Cognex, Keyence, and Datalogic.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills both remotely and onsite.
• Interface experience with Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Knowledge of industrial control system protocols and networking principles (TCP/IP, Ethernet‑IP, Devicenet, Control‑Net, Profibus, IO‑Link, etc.).
• Experience commissioning line scanners and vision‑based barcode readers.
• Ability to use OEM drawings to integrate controls and safety with existing or new equipment.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to travel 15 % yearly and up to 25 % as needed.
• Understanding of power distribution, ARC Flash safety, NFPA 7OE, NEC, OSHA standards.

• Experience with at least one other PLC platform (Siemens, Omron, Wago, Beijer, GE, Beckhoff, etc.).
• Proficiency integrating In‑Motion Check weighing systems (Cubiscan, Wipotec, Mettler Toledo).
• Experience with RSLogix
  500, Connected Components Workbench, Power Flex series.
• Proficient with AUTOCAD LT (required) and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with SCADA/HMI software (Factory Talk View SE, Wonderware, Ignition).
• Background in Electrical and Instrumentation Controls (EIC) in medium to heavy manufacturing or warehouse distribution environments.

• Repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking.
• Lifting parts and tools weighing average 20 lb, occasionally up to 80 lb.
• Dexterity in eye/hand coordination and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation).
• Work in small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long periods, wet or uneven surfaces.

• Generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. brand products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, volunteer time off, matching gifts, community service program and holidays (in some locations).
• Health, dental, vision insurance (including same‑sex domestic partner benefits), legal and identity protection plans, and pet insurance.
• Access to  for additional benefit information.

We are not accepting referrals from third‑party recruiting agencies for this position. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.